Hospice Director of Nursing

Full Time Benefits available, but not limited to:

• Medical - We offer 3 options including PHCS PPO Plan, PHCS HSA Plan, or Preventive Plus.
• Dental and Vision - Take advantage of our Dental and VSP plans!
• 401k Match - We offer a very generous 401k match!
• Paid Time Off - You will begin earning paid time off from day one! 
• AFLAC - You can access short term disability, accident, and cancer policies through AFLAC.

The Hospice Director of Nursing (DON) provides clinical leadership and oversight for all hospice nursing services, ensuring high-quality, patient-centered care that aligns with hospice philosophy, regulatory requirements, and organizational standards. This role is responsible for clinical operations, staff leadership, compliance, and continuous quality improvement across the hospice program.

Clinical Leadership & Oversight

·         Direct and oversee all hospice clinical services, including RN Case Managers, LPNs, aides, and interdisciplinary team members

·         Ensure delivery of safe, compassionate, and compliant end-of-life care

·         Serve as a clinical resource for complex patient care, symptom management, and family support

·         Participate in and lead interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings

Regulatory Compliance & Quality

·         Ensure compliance with CMS Conditions of Participation, state regulations, accreditation standards, and agency policies

·         Lead survey readiness efforts and manage audits, surveys, and plans of correction

·         Oversee clinical documentation standards and accuracy

·         Monitor quality metrics, patient outcomes, and satisfaction scores

Staff Management & Development

·         Recruit, train, mentor, and retain nursing staff

·         Conduct performance evaluations, coaching, and corrective action as needed

·         Promote a culture of accountability, teamwork, and compassionate care

·         Support onboarding and ongoing clinical education

Qualifications

Required:

·         Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license

·         Minimum of 3–5 years of hospice  experience

·         Prior nursing leadership or management experience

·         Strong knowledge of hospice regulations and interdisciplinary care

·         Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

Preferred:

·         Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

·         Certified Hospice and Palliative Nurse (CHPN) or willingness to obtain

·         Experience leading surveys and regulatory compliance efforts

Physical & Work Requirements

·         Ability to travel locally to patient homes, offices, and facilities